House Pastoral Leader, part-time, 1 day a week (Fridays)

This is a superb opportunity for an organised, empathetic and resourceful individual who has a passion for the wellbeing of young people. The House Pastoral Leader is a vital member of the pastoral team, led by the Housemaster/mistress.

The House Pastoral Leader assists with the smooth day-to-day running of the House and helps ensure the highest standards of pastoral care are in place. In this role, you will supervise and provide care for pupils, with responsibilities for the physical, social and emotional wellbeing and presentation of the pupils in your House.

The successful candidate will have good interpersonal skills and the ability to communicate with young people, their parents and guardians. They will be a good listener, reliable, warm and friendly in their disposition with sufficient sensitivity to show tact and diplomacy. A flexible approach alongside a good sense of humour and an even temper dealing with all situations in a co-operative and sensitive manner are also fundamental to carrying out this role.

Confidentiality and integrity are key.

This is term-time only role working Fridays from 7.30 to 5pm, plus INSET of 1 day per annum in Skipwith House. There is an additional 4 weeks work available as paid overtime.

Shiplake College offers a beautiful working environment, supportive colleagues, a contributory pension scheme and excellent free lunches. Staff are encouraged to make use of the on-site gym facilities and open-air swimming pool, during the summer months, alongside the opportunity to make the most of our riverside location.

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Closing Date: 10am on Wednesday 4 November 2026

Interviews will be held the following week, commencing 9 November 2026

A candidate pack and application form can be obtained from Job Vacancies | Shiplake College

Co-educational day and boarding school for ages 11-18

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Shiplake College is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. Applicants will be required to undergo child protection screening appropriate to the post, including checks with past employers and the Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS). Shiplake College is also committed to equality of opportunity for all staff and applications from individuals are encouraged regardless of age, disability, sex, gender reassignment, sexual orientation, pregnancy and maternity, race, religion or belief and marriage and civil partnerships.